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Vom 12. bis zum 20.September finden die 56.Merseburger Orgeltage statt. Sichern Sie sich jetzt ihre Tickets.

Welcome to Merseburg Cathedral!

Merseburg Cathedral is one of the most significant cathedral structures in Germany and was the favourite place of the only canonised imperial couple, Henry II and Cunigunde. One of the most famous chroniclers of the Middle Ages, Bishop Thietmar of Merseburg, laid the foundation stone for the construction of the cathedral in 1015. Breathtaking within the cathedral is the Ladegast organ; it is one of the largest and most sonorous romantic organs in all of Germany. 

Unique and on the path to becoming a UNESCO World Documentary Heritage are the The Merseburg IncantationsThese are the only pagan incantations preserved in Germany, written down by a monk over 1000 years ago – to be seen in the spell vault.

The Merseburg Cathedral iis an institution of the United Cathedral Foundations of Merseburg and Naumburg and the collegiate monastery of Zeitz, a non-profit foundation under public law.

Download here the Download the audio guide for your visit to Merseburg Cathedral.

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View of the Ladegast organ with choir

Merseburger Orgeltage (Merseburg Organ Days)

The traditional Merseburg Organ Festival is one of the most outstanding music festivals in Saxony-Anhalt. 

The 56th Merseburg Organ Days will take place from 12th to 20th September 2026 and will be dedicated to the musical country of Hungary and its outstanding musical tradition.

Further information about the Merseburg Organ Days can be found here.

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Opening Hours

April to October

Monday to Saturday: 9.00-18.00 hrs
Sunday, public holiday: 12:00–18:00

November to March

Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday, church holiday: 12.00-16.00 hrs
24 December: 9.00-12.00 hrs
31 December: 9.00-14.00 hrs


Restrictions on opening hours in the cathedral are possible due to church services, concerts and weddings. Church services take place on Sundays and church holidays from 10am-12pm. Unannounced work in the cathedral may also impair the view of works of art. We are grateful for your understanding in this.

Admission Prices
 Individual visitor incl. audio guideGroup of 15+ with a booked guided tour
Adult9,50 €9,00 €
Student, trainee, recipient of citizen's allowance, severely disabled from GdB 50, FSJ participant

6,00 €

4,00 €
School-aged children3,00 €2,50 €
Family ticket23,00 € 

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Guided Tours

Individual Visitors

DOM GUIDES

April to October

Monday–Thursday11.0013.00 Clock
Friday and Saturday11.0013.0015.00Clock
Sunday/religious holidays 13.0015.00Clock

November to March

Monday–Thursday 11.00 Clock
Friday–Saturday 11.0013.00Clock
Sunday/religious holidays  13.00Clock

For public guided tours of the cathedral, we recommend booking via our visitor service. Discover also our Special guided tours.

Experience Merseburg Cathedral

Merseburg Cathedral

The Merseburg Cathedral of St. John and St. Lawrence is considered one of the most important cathedral buildings in Germany and was the favourite place of the only canonised imperial couple, Henry II and Cunegonde.

KINDERDOMUSMERSEBURCH

Important emperors and kings, mystical spells and legends as well as priceless art treasures - at the KinderDomusMerseburch, children can experience history and culture up close. 

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360° Panorama Naumburg Cathedral

Website Vereinigte Domstifter

Vereinigte Domstifter zu Merseburg und Naumburg und des Kollegiatstifts Zeitz

This public foundation’s roots date back to the 10th century. The Vereinigte Domstifter (Combined Cathedral Chapters of Merseburg and Naumburg and the Collegiate Church of Zeitz) oversee the administration of both Naumburg and Merseburg Cathedrals, plus the Chapter Library in Zeitz and various other properties. Today, the foundation’s remit includes preserving its rich cultural heritage and promoting current services with benefits for society.

www.vereinigte-domstifter.de

Naumburg Cathedral – UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul in Naumburg is one of the most important cultural monuments from the European High Middle Ages and is a major visitor attraction on the “Romanesque Road”. The two rood screens separating the choirs from the nave are particularly impressive. It is the only church in the world to house two rood screens from the High Middle Ages! The main highlight is the West Choir with the rood screen and its 12 statues from the middle of the 13th century, depicting the cathedral’s donors. Among these works by the Naumburg Master, the statue of Uta, in particular, is said to depict the “most beautiful woman of the Middle Ages”.

www.naumburger-dom.de

Zeitz Chapter Library

The chapter library in Zeitz hosts a large number of extraordinary treasures. The oldest and most important literary collection in Saxony-Anhalt includes items dating back to the middle ages and early modern period. It is unique to find so many historical items together in one place, and on display across several grand rooms. A life-sized statue of Bishop Julius Pflug welcomes visitors into his study.

www.stiftsbibliothek-zeitz.de

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